www.Cablejive.com Has some great audio accessories, but the ones I've listed below are absolutely needed if your car is setup for iDevices and you have ANDROID.
The first converts your iPod/Iphone interface to a standard 3.5mm Audio Headphone Jack and allows for listening to your phone through an existing iPhone/iPod interface in your car or Home. ($22.96)
http://www.cablejive.com/products/dockBoss.html
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The second is the same thing, only it also adds a Micro USB charging solution built into the same cable. ($29.95)
http://www.cablejive.com/products/dockBossplus.html
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That would be handy. We have a home unit I could use this with.
Thanks!
Use code HOLIDAY15 for 15% off. Takes the total down around $5.
Yeah I originally bought the audio only version but Just ordered the combo so I'd have one less thing to take up my cigarette lighter adapters. Gonna gift the old cable as it still looks and works like brand new. P.S. they are pretty fast shipping wise as well.
I want to get this for my Volvo but not sure if it will work. My Volvo Ipod adapter plays the playlists on the ipod, and I'm able to play slacker. ANyone think this will work with a Volvo ipod kit?
tomtbone said:
I want to get this for my Volvo but not sure if it will work. My Volvo Ipod adapter plays the playlists on the ipod, and I'm able to play slacker. ANyone think this will work with a Volvo ipod kit?
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They only list the VW and Audi as not Compatible. I think you'll be fine. Either way if it doesn't work it won't be hard to return or resell.
Neat, I will definitely think about getting this
Here's hoping you're not a spammer! (Kind of a suspicious post honestly)
argh they are sold out
AlokikolA said:
Neat, I will definitely think about getting this
Here's hoping you're not a spammer! (Kind of a suspicious post honestly)
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Serves me right to be called a spammer lol. I switched to iPhone with the iPhone 4 and just came back to android for the Galaxy 2. Since I switched everything for iPhone I had to find a way to get my new Galaxy II hooked to all my docks and car kits I spent hundreds on. Buy or do not buy, but I have been hanging around here since 2007 and thought it was about time I contribute.
I've been using a female dock adapter I picked up from Deal Extreme, but it picks up electric interference when I use it in the car. Anybody else experience this?
patthew said:
I've been using a female dock adapter I picked up from Deal Extreme, but it picks up electric interference when I use it in the car. Anybody else experience this?
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I haven't had any of that out of the audio only adapter I have. (the one on top) The charging and audio adapter arrives tomorrow hopefully, so I'll let you know after I've had a chance to test.
Yes... thanks. I need one of these.
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I haven't had any of that out of the audio only adapter I have. (the one on top) The charging and audio adapter arrives tomorrow hopefully, so I'll let you know after I've had a chance to test.
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Well it ended up being at home waiting for me yesterday. I can report that with power and audio I have no feedback or noise in the background. Just clear music. I think those other systems just aren't grounded as well. Hope this helps your decision.
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i've been searching for a decent home solution for bluetooth/smartphone integration into a pretty simple hifi/multimedia setup (media pc feeding 5.1 speakers & tv through s-video).
there seems to be an abundance of low-end portable speaker solutions and the beautiful zikmu from parrot/s+arck which are around a grand (uk £1,000). ouch!
does anyone know of a bluetooth receiver with a 3.5mm jack-out or similar standard audio connects to supply a domestic amp/speaker system through aux-in?
the belkin bluetooth music receiver (just found) appears to fit the bill ... has anyone any experience with this topic? thoughts welcome - especially product recommendations & those to avoid!
thanks & apologies for not posting links to specific products but i'm not allowed as a noob
I have a Jawbone Jambox at work (I sell them actually, but we have one open for display).
I tried it today and it's amazing! A bit costly, but worth every cent. Great sound quality, great design (a given with Jawbone), and has a 3.5mm jack (though I think it's an input, not an output).
Some links for reference:
Official Site
Jambox Review
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yes, i'm aware of the jambox but it looks rather small physically but all reviews state how powerful it is ... so, it'll need a demo before parting with the cash. i haven't seen a single poor review, which says something in itself i guess? & yes, the jack soclet is for non-bluetooth input.
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yes, i'm aware of the jambox but it looks rather small physically but all reviews state how powerful it is ... so, it'll need a demo before parting with the cash. i haven't seen a single poor review, which says something in itself i guess? & yes, the jack soclet is for non-bluetooth input.
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Try it, you'll be amazed.
I was looking at the Jambox when I was researching BT speakers for myself... it was in my top 3 choices... but it was just so expensive. I ended up getting a Creative D100, which from the research I did, seemed to be the best for their price. They're a lot cheaper than the Jambox.
I have to say, I was amazed by how nice they sounded for their size. They aren't as portable as the jambox, but I'm happy with them.
They take AA batteries instead of a built-in lithium battery, which I prefer for a speaker that I hope will last several years, as lithium batteries start dying after 300 or so charges, and with AA batteries, it's easy to replace when they die.
It also can run off AC power, and has an aux in port to use with devices that don't have bluetooth.
Overall, I am very happy with the D100.
thx all, zarathustrax's suggestion does look a good affordable-portable solution but i'm primarily looking for a bluetooth feed into an existing hi-fi setup along the lines of the Belkin receiver mentioned initially.
You can always get one of those bluetooth "clips" that has a regular stereo audio-jack for speakers or headphones. It would do the same thing as the belkin receiver, but you can also use it for a handsfree headset for your phone and use it with stereo headphones. I've been looking at this one for a while... it has good reviews, and has a screen that shows caller id and song info (I think), and you can call people back directly from it without getting your phone out or control your music.... http://www.amazon.com/Sonorix-Bluet...phones/dp/B000V1UGZ2/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
It's about the same price as the Belkin receiver and you can use it for a lot more.
That's my only suggestion for a receiver, but I've never used it, but it has a lot of good reviews on amazon. I'm not sure how it would compare to the Belkin receiver, but you can use it for a lot more.
I have the Sony Ericsson MBS200 and I'm pretty happy with out. It has lineout if you prefer to output it to a bigger more powerful speaker. It's also pretty cheap and sounds really good. And it runs in recharchable battery.
So I get my S2 tomorrow (Giddy as a schoolgirl) but I was looking for suggestions on replacing my current audio streaming setup. Basically my current phone, the Nexus One, had a bluetooth dock which when paired (Either when physically in the dock or over bluetooth) it would stream all audio from the handset to my connected sound system (Via 3.5mm jack).
I'm looking for an easy way to do the same with my S2, I don't really use the actual dock for physically docking so if there is a different/cheaper alternative which achieves the same effect then I'd be more than willing to try.
Thanks
If I understand what you are saying right then this here is what I am using and I find it superb.
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So I get my S2 tomorrow (Giddy as a schoolgirl) but I was looking for suggestions on replacing my current audio streaming setup. Basically my current phone, the Nexus One, had a bluetooth dock which when paired (Either when physically in the dock or over bluetooth) it would stream all audio from the handset to my connected sound system (Via 3.5mm jack).
I'm looking for an easy way to do the same with my S2, I don't really use the actual dock for physically docking so if there is a different/cheaper alternative which achieves the same effect then I'd be more than willing to try.
Thanks
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Wondering why your existing dock won't work with the SGSII? If its bluetooth it will be handling streaming over the A2DP bluetooth protocol, which the SGSII supports, I doubt there is anything Nexus specific about it...
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If I understand what you are saying right then this here is what I am using and I find it superb.
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I want that but with a 3.5mm input jack rather than the cable coming out from it. I'm basically looking for some sort of bluetooth hub/headset which has a 3.5mm port. I know I didn't explain it very clearly
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Wondering why your existing dock won't work with the SGSII? If its bluetooth it will be handling streaming over the A2DP bluetooth protocol, which the SGSII supports, I doubt there is anything Nexus specific about it...
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Unfortunately it's the official Nexus One dock and can only be paired once the phone has been docked once, therefore it only works with Nexus Ones. PITA for sure
Ah, OK, thanks for that explanation.
I have this - http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs...51&storeId=10151&langId=-1&partNumber=DRCBT15
Very nice as a receiver, but also good for use with whichever headset you like (I use it when exercising, the AVRCP controls are very handy for controlled media playback).
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Ah, OK, thanks for that explanation.
I have this - http://www.sonystyle.com/webapp/wcs...51&storeId=10151&langId=-1&partNumber=DRCBT15
Very nice as a receiver, but also good for use with whichever headset you like (I use it when exercising, the AVRCP controls are very handy for controlled media playback).
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That's exactly what I'm looking for, it's really helped push me in the right direction. Cheers
I am not sure able DRC-BT15 since I didn't brought this one. But I would suggest Sony's DS-220 or DS-205, those two unlike the newest MW-600 could be use under charging. (I own all of them...)
I've got a Jabra Clipper which works quite well. Just leave it plugged in to the plug and the stereo all the time.
If your stereo has an iPod dock you can try the uPlay bluetooth dock adapter - sadly didn't work with mine, suspect it's because my stereo tries to be clever and offer controls as well as just music playing.
There's also a Belkin dongle but I've never used it.
Any other solutions you find primarily aimed at home use rather than a repurposed portable one, I'd be very interested
I use this, the HP Bluetooth Pendant. It's a transmitter and a receiver. You're looking for the receiver (bottom part of the picture). The transmitter's pretty cool if you want to use a pair of decent wired headsets over Bluetooth. It's discontinued but you can still find them online. The model number is KD031AA#ABA.
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Thanks for the suggestions, right after my last post I ended up purchasing this, the same one as DJGibbon suggested. I should have it tomorrow and will post a little about how well it works then
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is your car too old to have streaming bluetooth? are you too damn poor or too lazy to get a job and buy a head unit? well i got the answer for you
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this thing is a bluetooth that play music wirelessly via a2dp all you need is to have aux from your stereo plug into this thing. i just got it today and it is great! i could have just stay with the aux input line but that was too messy, i like things clean and neat looking, so if you like me and want a cool solution, get this thing, dont mind the amazon reviews its the best thing out there right now.
yes you can make call from it, and I test it with my friend, mind you my car is not the quietest (02 rsx = rattles) and yet he can hear me clearly.
http://www.amazon.com/Original-GRIF...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334871834&sr=1-2
thats similar to the kensington liquidaux bt kit i bought. it was on a amazon for about $25 but looks like its not sold anymore.
G1_enthusiast said:
is your car too old to have streaming bluetooth? are you too damn poor or too lazy to get a job and buy a head unit? well i got the answer for you
this thing is a bluetooth that play music wirelessly via a2dp all you need is to have aux from your stereo plug into this thing. i just got it today and it is great! i could have just stay with the aux input line but that was too messy, i like things clean and neat looking, so if you like me and want a cool solution, get this thing, dont mind the amazon reviews its the best thing out there right now.
yes you can make call from it, and I test it with my friend, mind you my car is not the quietest (02 rsx = rattles) and yet he can hear me clearly.
http://www.amazon.com/Original-GRIF...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334871834&sr=1-2
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I was looking for this long ago lol ended up getting a module for my headunit. Shame this could have saved me some money but I can't deny how clean and great it works for my pioneer. You definetly get what you pay for, I have this in my RSX as well .
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Or get this, is pretty cheap right now usually 70+
http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Blueto...ef=as_li_tf_sw?&linkCode=wsw&tag=thaidavid-20
Works really well if you asked me, and also good reviews.. and there is a usb port for you to plug in your micro-usb to charge the phone at the same time.
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thaidavid said:
Or get this, is pretty cheap right now usually 70+
http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Blueto...ef=as_li_tf_sw?&linkCode=wsw&tag=thaidavid-20
Works really well if you asked me, and also good reviews.. and there is a usb port for you to plug in your micro-usb to charge the phone at the same time.
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But how is the streaming quality?
I tried the Griffin mentioned in the OP and ended up returning it because of audio quality being significantly degraded compared to a wired connection (I'm talking about music here, not the calling quality).
Just thought I would share this. I spotted one of these Saturday @ Bed, Bath and Beyond. It really sparked my intrest, as something us Android fans rarely see the price is decent. I currently have it sitting on my desk @ work next to my monitor with my HTC Sensation on it.
I purchased this for my GS3 that arrives tomorrow, due to the center bottom port.
I will say without a case on it, it has a little lean in it. But nothing bad. I even tried my gf's HTC OG EVO last night and it had a little lean, but charged her phone and was quite sturdy.
Check it out!
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http://myandroidgadgets.com/ihome-l...roid-accessories-to-start-selling-right-away/
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/iHome--...lver/4882053.p?id=1218570956786&skuId=4882053
Edit: I also had Best Buy price match Bed, Bath & Beyond. Saved me $10. Total of $50.00.
On a Rated Scaled I would give it a 4/5
Sound quality is great for an alarm clock or desk radio. Do not expect to listen to in multiple rooms.
Don't you have to plug in an AUX cable to utilize the speakers? Not much of a dock if you still have to plug another cord into the phone...
I hope the plug rotates.
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I hope the plug rotates.
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Yes, it actually does. They tried to make it a little more universal for the broad amount of Android devices.
As previously stated. It does require the 3.5mm to be plugged in for Audio. I agree, it could have been a better design. But this will replace my need for a $20 Office dock and $20 desk radio. Just thought i would share, as i have never seen one before.
After a little research Phillips makes some also. But are much more pricey.
i've been looking for speakers for my bedroom for a while now. i want wifi, though. no cables or docking.
I cant believe there isnt much intrest for this?
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I cant believe there isnt much intrest for this?
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The 3.5mm plug requirement kills it for me and for most others is my guess.
It's gotten bad reviews, and the fact that you have 2 wires coming out of your device is ridiculous. I really want to buy the official Samsung speaker dock, but it's too expensive for what I want.
This one may be worth looking into though: http://www.samsung.com/us/video/home-theater/DA-E570/ZA
Haven't seen any reviews for it yet though. But it comes with an S3 dock and an iPhone dock built in and connects to audio via bluetooth.
Agreed. But that option doesnt have an alarm clock or radio. O well. Im actually pretty happy with mine. Regardless of the addtional 3.5mm needed. It works great. To each their own.
I'm not a big fan of having to plug in the audio jack as well, I'm looking at possibly getting the bluetooth Philips alarm clock
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Philips...87&skuId=3044077&st=philips alarm&cp=1&lp=12
A lot of complaints are about the app but you can use your alarm on the phone and connect via bluetooth and it comes through the clock from what I've read. A bit more expensive
We have lost our Bluetooth to aux adapter we had in my wife's car. it was this model, but it seems like they have a newer one out now. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004KPLS7K/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=
Anyone else have one they prefer?
me and two of my friends use this one: https://www.amazon.com/Mpow-Bluetooth-Receiver-Streaming-Hands-free/dp/B008AGQMQC/
Well, they have this one since I had the older one that's discontinued. That metal aux part comes out btw so you can run a regular cable.
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Thanks and I am glad you mentioned that. I saw that one but didnt want it because I didnt want that bulky thing sticking out of my aux LOL. I was quite set on aptx but i am reading some reviews and it seems like it really doesnt add much especially for stock car speakers. The fact that this is bluetooth 4.1 makes it attractive. Many are 4.0
I've been very happy with this one, and it supports Aptx:
iClever Himbox Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit with Clip, AptX, Multi-Point Access,3-Port USB Charger https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011NR0BY8
Now that i think of it, my previous one didnt have a battery and had to be plugged in. Sounds like a negative but it was great because you didnt have to turn it on and off. I think i am going to stick with one that has to be plugged in and turns on automatically.
Im looking at these right now:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0739RGDFJ/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza#Ask
https://www.amazon.com/Brightech-Br...Connectivity-Simultaneously/dp/B00NP9SJ56#Ask
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00RH29CJO?tag=ttr_bluetooth_car_kit-20
https://www.amazon.com/BK01-Bluetoo...r2-20&linkId=66bf6910a0d2d139fc2f8330ed93cc1f
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I've been very happy with this one, and it supports Aptx:
iClever Himbox Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit with Clip, AptX, Multi-Point Access,3-Port USB Charger https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011NR0BY8
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thanks! adding this to my list. This is on the pricier end of what i am looking at but also checks all the boxes including aptx.
FYI, I also had to buy a ground loop noise isolator with that Himbox, since I was getting some interference noise.
Mpow Ground Loop Noise Isolator for Car Audio / Home Stereo System with 3.5mm Audio Cable (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019393MV2
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Thanks and I am glad you mentioned that. I saw that one but didnt want it because I didnt want that bulky thing sticking out of my aux LOL. I was quite set on aptx but i am reading some reviews and it seems like it really doesnt add much especially for stock car speakers. The fact that this is bluetooth 4.1 makes it attractive. Many are 4.0
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I also bought a super flat and thin aux cable so I could reduce the footprint.